Which one of the following statement is not true?

Biology Biotechnology and Its Application Ethical Issues Single Correct MCQ

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Published on: August 13, 2026

The majority of baculoviruses used as biological controlagents are in the genus Nucleopolyhedrovirus

Nucleopolyhedrovirus are excellent candidates for broad-spectrum insecticidal applications

Nucleopoly hedrovirus have no negative impacts on plants, mammals, birds, fish or even on non-target insects

This is especially desirable when beneficial insects are being conserved to aid in an overall IPM programme

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Nucleopolyhedroviruses (NPVs) are actually highly specific insecticides, not broad-spectrum. They target specific insect pests and are safe for non-target organisms.

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